Indonesian Military (TNI) Commander Adm. Agus Suhartono apologized on Wednesday for assaults on journalists by Air Force personnel in Riau.

“I am concerned over the unexpected incident. I, as the leader of the TNI, hereby apologize to the mass media, especially to the journalists involved in the incident,” Agus told reporters at the State Palace, who had pursued him for comment on the incident.

“I agree that the measures taken by men were beyond limits. Therefore, I have asked relevant divisions to take necessary actions to follow up the incidents, including legal measures for military personnel committing violence and other violations,” he added.